Researchers discovered species of dinosaur that represents the earliest known common ancestor of birds and closely related bird-like dinosaurs, with a feathering pattern associated with aerodynamics. It offers new insights into the evolution of feathers and flight.

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Researchers discovered species of dinosaur that represents the earliest known common ancestor of birds and closely related bird-like dinosaurs, with a feathering pattern associated with aerodynamics. It offers new insights into the evolution of feathers and flight.